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Logistics helps North Carolina Reach CNBC Best State Status Again

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And factors related to logistics in North Carolina remain a big reason. The Port of Virginia in Norfolk is also accessible to much of Eastern North Carolina. Lower logistics costs: As noted by FORBES , North Carolina ranks #4 in the U.S. Located in the Eastern part of the state, Kanban Logistics offers over 1.5

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Record volumes at the Port of Wilmington NC

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In this article, we’ll take a closer look at these Port volumes and how they tie into logistics infrastructure enhancements within North Carolina. The overall rise in container volumes is also aided by another logistics enhancement in the state. Continued North Carolina logistics enhancements.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 18-22, 2013)

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Labor and management work out deal at Port of LA/Long Beach ( Logistics Management ). There are still plenty of problems to fix, but our roads and bridges aren’t crumbling,” said David Hartgen, lead author of the Reason Foundation report and emeritus professor of transportation at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

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Going Off the Beaten Path for North Carolina Warehousing Capacity

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In the Charlotte industrial real estate market, overall warehouse asking lease rates have risen (NNN; triple net) to $7.77 North Carolina is home to a growing population and a relatively low cost of labor; it is centrally located on the East Coast; and the state continues to invest heavily in its logistics infrastructure.

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Looking for a North Carolina Warehouse to Rent? Turn to a 3PL

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Vacancy rates for industrial/warehouse space continue to plummet to record lows in Charlotte ( 4.8% ) and Greensboro/Winston-Salem ( 2.6% ). North Carolina is home to a growing population and a relatively low cost of labor; it is centrally located on the East Coast; and the state continues to invest heavily in its logistics infrastructure.

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Advantages of Basing Your Distribution Center in North Carolina

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And, when a location is this good for business, it’s bound to be a great place for logistics as well. In this article, we’ll examine the business and logistics characteristics of the state and explore the advantages your operation can enjoy by locating your distribution centers in North Carolina. in terms of favorable business costs.